- Nebbiolo from the Basarin cru in Neive
- Vineyard sits atop a hillside that borders the zones of Neive and Treiso
- South-west facing exposure
- Fermentation with indigenous yeasts following an extended maceration on the skins for 40 days
- Wine ages sur lie for 24 months in French barriques, of which 10%-15% are new, with the remaining barrels having previously been used up to 4 times
- Bottled unfined and unfiltered
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2021
Country:
Italy
Region:
Piedmont
Appellation:
Barbaresco
Variety:
Nebbiolo
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | IT-SOT-41-21 | 12/750ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
Kerin O'Keefe
Score
96
Date
2024-05-09
"Red berry, wild rose, botanical herb and truffle aromas lead the nose on the impressive 2021 Basarin from Sottimano. Firm and elegantly structured, the delicious, focused palate features juicy black cherry, licorice and mocha before closing on a hint of saline. It has great energy thanks to bright acidity while alongside decisive, tightly woven tannins provide the framework. It's still edgy and nervous and needs time to fully develop. Drink 2028–2036."
Vinous
Score
94
Date
2024-10-29
"The 2021 Barbaresco Basarin is fabulous. Rich, ample and seductive, the Basarin marries the charm that is so typical of this sector with the breadth and structure of Barbaresco. These two qualities are evident in tasting this after the 2023 Langhe Nebbiolo. Transparent and vibrant, the 2021 has so much to offer. Crushed rose petals, mint, orange peel, spice, tobacco and incense build into the long, sustained finish. This is even better than it was last year."
Wine Spectator
Score
94
Date
2024-12-05
"This is pure and well-defined, featuring cherry, raspberry, earth, iron and wild herb flavors. Firms up with a line of dusty tannins, yet the fruit is persistent and this is balanced overall. Best from 2028 through 2046. —B.S."